Bilingual Press Secretary

Demonstrated experience in media relations, including development and implementation of communications strategies

Experience and familiarity with the Quebec media landscape

Familiarity with the New Democratic Party, its policies and structure

Driver’s license an asset

A collective agreement is in effect between UFCW (Local 232) and the New Democratic Party Members of Parliament. All applications will be received and held in confidence.

The NDP and NDP MPs actively promote employment equity. Women, Black, Indigenous, and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+, and anyone from equity seeking groups are strongly encouraged to apply for this position, and qualified applicants from these groups will be given priority. If you are a member of an equity-seeking group, you may choose to identify as such in your application. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free.

Members of Parliament are individual employers who are responsible for recruiting, hiring and managing the employees who help them carry out their parliamentary duties. Terms and conditions of employment vary from one MP's office to another.

If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact Recruitment and Selection Services at

HOCCareers-CarrieresCDC@parl.gc.ca

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Serve as Press Secretary to New Democrat MPs

Communicate regularly with media to generate national and regional media coverage that raises public awareness on priorities of the caucus

Answer inquiries from media outlets

Provide media support to MPs and their staff

Prepare Caucus Members for media interviews and requests for comment

Prepare press releases, advisories and other materials

Coordinating media relations for leader and caucus, under the supervision of the Director of Communications.